Kenyatta Latrice Greer, 37, of Monroe, Cashier, died May 09, 2024. Service will be at 2:00 PM Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Greater New Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is from 3:00 until 5:00 PM Friday, May 17, 2024, at…
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Late Asberry Stewart, mother of 24, still holds the record
The late Asberry Brass Stewart had 24 children for the same man, her husband, and reared them all successfully, without government assistance. The late Asberry Stewart was a phenomenal mother; she bore 24 children to the same man and loved…
Fisher: Seven at 35; but eight at 45 was a surprise
LaTondra Fisher thought she was finished having children after the birth of her 7th child at age 35. However, ten years later, she had number eight; it was a surprise at 45. Fisher, the co-pastor of a thriving church congregation…
Mother of six raising six honor students, graduates herself
FraTonna Williams is a 38 year old divorcee with six children. Without welfare, she is raising a family of scholars while pursuing her own dreams at the same time. Last week, she received her B.A. from Maryville University. She plans…
Joslyn celebrates Mother’s day 365 Days a year
Every day, 365 days a year, Joslyn Adams Wright celebrates Mother’s Day, as she has her boys share their daily musings with her. Every morning is like Mother’s Day. For many, Mother’s Day is celebrated once a year, but Joslyn…
Our Rich Black Heritage: Dr. Gilbert R. Mason
“A boy is born in hard time Mississippi, surrounded by four walls that ain’t so pretty. His parents give him love and affection to keep him strong, moving in the right direction, and living just enough, just enough, for the…
Elementary kids in Wossman and Carroll Marching bands, is it OK?
Our community is proud of the Wossman and Carroll High School band programs. The bands represent our community well at formal occasions, football games, and sometimes even as far as New Orleans Mardi Gras parades. However, many are not aware…